Press Releases

Disability rights expert Zara Todd appointed to lead new panel shaping Government’s health and disability policy

Equity and inclusion consultant Zara Todd has been appointed as Chair of the Government's new Independent Disability Advisory Panel, taking a guiding role in its development and focus.

Thousands more young people to get training and work support as Government extends £45 million scheme

Thousands more young people will receive tailored support to help them into a fulfilling career thanks to a £45 million extension to the Youth Guarantee trailblazer scheme.

Traffic Commissioner Refuses Return of Impounded Vehicle

The Traffic Commissioner for the West Midlands, Miles Dorrington, has refused an application for the return of vehicle registration H6 GLG, which was impounded by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) on 21 May 2025.

UK sanctions networks enabling Iran's destabilising activity

The UK has announced sanctions against those whose revenue supports Iran's destabilising activities.

Northern Ireland science and tech industries boosted by over £30 million from UK Industrial Strategy

Major win for Northern Ireland’s high-tech sectors from the UK’s modern Industrial Strategy, supporting local jobs and growth

Whitehaven man sentenced for illegal waste operations

Oliver 'Luke' Kirkbride given suspended prison sentence for the illegal operation of waste sites that led to a major fire.

'Secret Love’ on the Thames Gets Nearly £1800 Court Costs

Cheekily named boat is one of three more unregistered vessel prosecutions. Heavy costs give stark warning to non-registered boat owners on the river.

Working Scots to benefit as UK Government drives Japan investment

Boosting trade priority for UK Government at Osaka Expo - and Scotland Office Minister Kirsty McNeill /Seafood Scotland in Tokyo to champion Scottish produce.

Investigation opened into charity over trustees’ failure to resolve land dispute

The Charity Commission has opened a statutory inquiry into Darul-Uloom School London.

Scams warning as Self Assessment customers targeted

HMRC encourages customers to recognise a scam and protect themselves from fraud

Heightened Avian Influenza Risk Warning Issued to Bird Keepers and Gamebird Rearers

Bird keepers and gamebird rearers reminded of heightened Avian Influenza risk

DVLA backs classic car industry and driving enthusiasts with updated registration policies

DVLA announces new policies for registering repaired, restored and modified vehicles that will come into effect from Tuesday 26 August.

Emergency Alert Test Follows Use in Storm Éowyn

With just weeks to go, people across Northern Ireland are being reminded to expect the second ever national Emergency Alert test. The system is designed to help protect lives by delivering urgent safety advice directly to mobile phones during major emergencies.